Boisselier

Originally, the boisselier made bushels, cylindrical containers for measuring dry materials such as grains and flour. Later, he began to make various boxes, such as hat boxes, date boxes, marzipan boxes, and round boxes for the pharmacy.

Over time, cardboard and aluminum have replaced wood in several areas, forcing the boisselier to diversify its production. He now manufactures furrows for milking, butter churns, and wooden services. Some boisseliers, now “broustiers”, also produce more resistant wooden boxes.

Today, the profession of woodworker continues, notably for the manufacture of spruce boxes for Vacherins Mont d'Or, particularly in the French Jura and the Vallée de Joux in Switzerland. The boisselier also makes various measurements in wood, mainly spruce, with shavings 1 to 3 mm thick. Before mechanization, these shavings were cut with a plane or a plane. Crafted objects can also be made from abalone or fruit wood such as cherry or pear.

Become a Boisselier

There is no specific training for the profession of woodworker. However, a transfer of knowledge could be possible.

Initial CFC training as a wood craftsman provides basic skills. Duration 4 years. You will find all the information on orientation.ch .